Neodymium is a paramagnetic material, so how do we have a permanent neodymium magnet?
May 23, 2021 #1 abdossamad2003 48 1 Neodymium is a paramagnetic material, so how do we have a permanent neodymium magnet?
May 23, 2021 #2 kuruman Science Advisor Homework Helper Insights Author Gold Member 12,861 6,073 Pure neodymium may be paramagnetic but neodymium magnets are ferromagnetic alloys that contain neodymium hence the name. Have you ever wondered why a permanent magnet sticks to regular steel but not to stainless steel?
Pure neodymium may be paramagnetic but neodymium magnets are ferromagnetic alloys that contain neodymium hence the name. Have you ever wondered why a permanent magnet sticks to regular steel but not to stainless steel?
May 23, 2021 #3 Vanadium 50 Staff Emeritus Science Advisor Education Advisor 29,954 15,647 Or why nickel is magnetic but nickles are not?